Corrugated Flat Mounting Machine Flatmount
The Flatmount is a premier flat flexo plate mounting machine for mounting on mylars. Mounting with the Flatmount is very fast and maximizes efficiency while the related costs are decreasing.
CORRUGATED POSTPRINT PORTFOLIO
Flatmount's features
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Overlay System (patented)
Once the first plate is on the right position, a snapshot can be taken and used semi-transparently for the next plates.
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HD Ethernet cameras
Ultra high definition cameras moving to the exact position of the mounting marks.
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Camera encoders and keypad
The cameras can be controlled by encoders for quick adjustments. The operator can insert commands through the touchpad.
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Digital calibration of camera beam
The camera images are used to create a lookup table to digitally 'straighten' any deviations in the camera beam.
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Laser pointers
Indicators of where the mounting marks are located, enabling quick positioning
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Overlay System (patented)
Once the first plate is on the right position, a snapshot can be taken and used semi-transparently for the next plates.
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HD Ethernet cameras
Ultra high definition cameras moving to the exact position of the mounting marks.
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Camera encoders and keypad
The cameras can be controlled by encoders for quick adjustments. The operator can insert commands through the touchpad.
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Digital calibration of camera beam
The camera images are used to create a lookup table to digitally 'straighten' any deviations in the camera beam.
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Laser pointers
Indicators of where the mounting marks are located, enabling quick positioning
Pressure roller
The pressure roller has become a standard feature in AV Flexologic flexo plate mounting machines over recent years. The roller is used to apply the plates evenly over the carrier such as a sleeve, cylinder or Mylar. The use of the pressure roller eliminates the typical 'hand-rolling'. The feature saves time and avoids un-ergonomic working procedures.
Image Recognition
Specialized software developed by AV Flexologic can 'recognize' the mounting marks on the printing plates which are used as the references for the mounting process. The ability to measure the positions not only during mounting. but also after plates have been mounted provides endless possibilities to enhance a flexo printing production workflow.
Quality Report
The image recognition system measures the exact positions of the mounting marks and thus how accurately the printing plate is fixed on the sleeve. After mounting, the system will automatically check the precision of the mounting process and a PDF is automatically created.
Clamping system and vacuum table
The clamping system for the mylar and the vacuum table are used to fixate the mylar perfectly to the table.
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Pressure roller
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Image Recognition
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Quality Report
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Clamping system and vacuum table
Flatmount's Workflow
The operator places the mylar on the table and optionally locks it using the locking system. Then the printing plate is placed on the table
The two cameras of the machine look for registration marks on this printing plate, which locations are pre-defined in the software
The operator positions the plate manually or this is done automatically by using the optional Image Recognition.
When the registration marks are exactly on their locations, the machine will press the plate down onto the Mylar plate. This is done using the keypad.
Rudico Group
"We have invested in a new mounter because it can mount faster and the quality is very good. So, our customers are very happy with the printing plates. On the Flatmount, you can mount 30% faster than on a round machine. It is also possible to get a Quality Report for the customer. So, the customer can see for himself that everything is correct." Edwin Van Gijtenbeek, Production Manager
Contact Originators
"We have recently invested in 2 x AV 3000 Flatmounts with Image Recognition Software; a new standard has now been set in the Corrugated sector with this move. Image recognition software for improved quality control gives the Contact team the ability to provide a Certificate of Conformance on every plate. With mounting accuracy of 100 micron (previously 250 micron), Contact Originators now exceeds the current tolerances within the post print market and has the potential to improve set up times on tight-fitting jobs and give the press the best opportunity to work to tolerance." General Manager
Kirk Group
Ben Dunlop, the CFO of Kirk Group stated: “We’ve just ordered our second Flatmount machine from AV Flexologic. These machines are easy to use and deliver mounting accuracy which is second to none. We know with the Flatmount that the job will be done right, first time every time, and our customer couldn’t be happier with the results.” Ben Dunlop, CFO
Contact us
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H. Kamerlingh Onnesweg 2
2408 AW Alphen aan den Rijn
Netherlands
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+31(0) 172 434 221
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VAT: NL001515561B01
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PO Box 252
2400 AG Alphen aan den Rijn
Netherlands
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